Clinison Medical Center Soroti has officially launched a routine eye screening program aimed at promoting regular eye check-ups across the Teso region.
The launch took place on Saturday at the center’s premises in Owalei, Opuyo, Soroti East Division, along the Soroti–Mbale highway.
The event featured free eye screening services open to the public.
Chief Operations Officer (COO), Jimmy Mubiru, applauded community members for turning up for the exercise and emphasized the importance of regular eye check-ups in safeguarding vision.
“This initiative is meant to educate and encourage the community to make routine eye care a priority. Clinison has spearheaded eye health services in Eastern Uganda since its establishment, and we remain committed to delivering the best,” he said.
Clinison CEO, Jane Agwaru, welcomed guests and expressed gratitude to the city health officials, community members, and patients who graced the occasion.
She noted that regular eye tests are critical in preventing blindness and complications linked to diseases such as diabetes and hypertension.
“Today marks a new era in protecting eyesight and preventing blindness. Many people only seek eye care when symptoms appear, but by then, it may be too late. Statistics show that over 1.4 million people suffer from impaired vision or blindness due to preventable conditions such as cataracts. At Clinison, we are committed to screening at least 10,000 people by 2030 using our modern digital equipment and highly trained clinicians,” she said.
Agwaru also highlighted partnerships with transport companies to improve road safety through eye examinations for drivers.
“Poor eyesight contributes to road accidents. We have already conducted visual tests for drivers from Kakise and You Bus, with over 180 drivers examined,” she added.
The chief guest, Dr. Alfred Anyonga, Soroti City Health Officer, commended Clinison’s leadership for prioritizing health over profit.
He revealed that the facility, though private, has been authorized to extend services beyond eye care, including child vaccinations, maternity and antenatal care, with more support promised from the city health department.
“I appreciate Dr. Jane’s vision and the professionalism of her staff. Clinison is not just a private facility but a trusted partner in improving healthcare. I urge the community to own and protect this center because it is a blessing to have it in Soroti,” Dr. Anyonga said.
Ekodeu Emmanuel, the Soroti District Health Inspector, praised the initiative, noting that in the past, residents had to travel as far as Tororo for eye care services.
He urged the community to embrace and promote the program.
“This is a privilege for Teso. Let us take advantage of these services and encourage education in sciences to enable more such initiatives in the future,” he said.
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